Journalism and Digital Platforms

About this programme

This course is aimed at students who want to develop a critical understanding of the financial and political relationships between news and platforms based on theoretical and practical perspectives derived from digital journalism studies. - report on current research and theories regarding journalism's use of digital platforms, - show insight into the impact of platforms on journalistic production and media consumption, - critically review the societal, political and economic consequences of digital platforms in relation to journalism Teaching consists of lectures and seminars. Course requirements: seminars are mandatory elements of the course. Students and researchers come here literally from all over the world and contribute with both knowledge and diversity. From the undergraduate courses to the doctoral programs there are international students. Many of our courses are therefore also given in English. Researchers, Guest Professors and teachers come here because of the Department's qualities and contribute in keeping our education at a high level. It is with us that you can find a unique opportunity to study exactly what you want to immerse yourself in. Our four subjects Cinema Studies, Journalism, Media and Communication Studies and Fashion Studies you will probably not find gathered in one department anywhere else. Department of Media Studies and Section for Journalism, Media and Communication Studies is located off campus in central Stockholm close to both nature and for instance Public Service Radio and Television.